985 Island Rd in Oak Bay: OB South Oak Bay Single Family Residence for sale : MLS®# 1014577

Charming 1926 character home in the heart of South Oak Bay, just steps from Oak Bay Marina, Windsor Park, and the Village. Warm and inviting, this classic residence offers hardwood flooring and 3 bedrooms and 1 bath upstairs while retaining its original charm alongside modern updates, including updated kitchen, a newer (5-year) roof and efficient gas furnace. The lower level provides 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, abundant storage, and options for future development—perfect for teens, guests, or extended family. Great parking options, with space for 2 cars off street. A fenced backyard invites gardening, play, and summer entertaining. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of Victoria’s most desirable neighbourhoods, this is a special opportunity to secure a character property with room for the whole family.

General Info:

Property Type:: Residential

Type:: Single Family Residence

Year built:: 1926 (Age: 99)

Living Area:: 2,668 sq. ft.248 m2

Listing General Location:: OB South Oak Bay, Oak Bay

Bedrooms:: 5

Bathrooms:: 2.0 (Full:-/Half:-)

Lot Size:: 5,940 sq. ft.552 m2

Kitchens:: 1

Home Style:: West Coast

Additional Info:

Construction:: Frame Wood, Stucco

New Construction:: No

Basement:: Partially Finished

Foundation:: Concrete Perimeter

Roof:: Asphalt Shingle

Total Building Area:: 2,910 sq. ft.270 m2

Total Unfinished Area:: 242 sq. ft.22.5 m2

# Bedrooms or Dens Total:: 5

# Main Level Bedrooms:: 3

# Second Level Bedrooms:: 0

# Third Level Bedrooms:: 0

# Lower Level Bedrooms:: 2

# Other Level Bedrooms:: 0

# Main Level Bathrooms:: 1

# Second Level Bathrooms:: 0

# Third Level Bathrooms:: 0

# Lower Level Bathrooms:: 1

# Other Level Bathrooms:: 0

# Main Level Kitchens:: 1

# Second Level Kitchens:: 0

# Third Level Kitchens:: 0

# Lower Level Kitchens:: 0

# Other Level Kitchens:: 0

Living Area Lower Floor:: 1,329 sq. ft.123 m2

Living Area Main Floor:: 1,339 sq. ft.124 m2

Living Area Other Floor:: 0 sq. ft.0 m2

Living Area 2nd Floor:: 0 sq. ft.0 m2

Living Area 3rd Floor:: 0 sq. ft.0 m2

Fireplaces:: 1

Fireplace Details:: Electric

Laundry Features:: In House

Water supply:: Municipal

Sewer:: Sewer Connected

Cooling:: None

Heating:: Natural Gas, Radiant Floor

Fireplace:: Yes

Warranty:: Yes

Appliances Included:

Dishwasher, F/S/W/D, Microwave

Interior Features:

French Doors, Soaker Tub

Entry Location:

Ground Level

Minimum Age:

BBQ Allowed:

Yes

Smoking Bylaw:

Rent Allowed:

Unrestricted

Legal Info:

Jurisdiction name:: District of Oak Bay

Zoning:: RS-5

Other Details:

Number of 2 piece baths:: 0

Number of 3 piece baths:: 1

Number of 4 piece baths:: 1

Number of 5 piece baths:: 0

Number of 2 piece Ensuites:: 0

Number of 3 piece Ensuites:: 0

Number of 4 piece Ensuites:: 0

Other Equipment:: Electric Garage Door Opener

Occupancy:: Owner

Property Condition:: Resale

Land Info:

Exposure / Faces:: West

Layout:: Ground Level Entry With Main Up

Lot Site Features:: Adult-Oriented Neighbourhood, Central Location, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Marina Nearby, Near Golf Course, Rectangular Lot, Shopping Nearby